Film Former
METHYLCARBOXYPYRROLIDONYL ETHYLENEDIAMINE/METHYL ACRYLATE DENDRIMER
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A fourth-generation polyamide dendrimer (PAMAM-type) capped with dimethyl itaconate, used as a niche absorbent. Limited public safety data; cationic dendrimers warrant a cautious moderate rating.
Function
Skin benefits
- Absorbent in advanced cosmetic formulations
- Functional dendrimer with controlled architecture
- May improve delivery characteristics of co-formulated actives
Known concerns
- PAMAM-type dendrimers carry positive charges that can be irritating at high %
- Limited published cosmetic safety data
- Environmental persistence of dendritic polyamines is not well characterized
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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